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Welcome to the Autumn and Spring 2020/2021 collectionHello... and a warm Alfa welcome to our NEW Autumn and Spring 2020/2021 collection, featuring an unrivalled range of ‘value added’ offers in partnership with our very own Leisureplex hotels, all designed to tempt you away across the winter months.

Whether you have always fancied seeing the spectacular Autumnal colours in Scotland or admiring breath taking seascapes in Ilfracombe, we have something for everyone. Why not enjoy Christmas or New Year away this year and celebrate with the Alfa Leisureplex family with our fantastic range of tempting festive breaks.

Your very own team of Alfa memory makers have been busy designing a fantastic new range of holiday experiences, so if you fancy blowing the cobwebs away, we invite you to join us on our brand new range of short weekend coach breaks which start in February 2021.

We also pride ourselves on offering the widest range of ways to join your holiday. Whether you choose to sit back and take in stunning vistas from the comfort of your personal, luxury seat on our coach breaks, or you prefer to experience the freedom to go as you please on our self drive breaks in your own car, you’re always assured of great hospitality.

With lots of single rooms available without supplements, no hidden charges for seats or pickups and a fantastic range of 21 destinations to choose from with Leisureplex hotels, what more reason do you need to get away.

Here at Alfa, we are proud to be part of the Alfa Leisureplex Group, the only employee owned travel business within the UK, so whether you have travelled with us before or arelooking to holiday with us for the first time, we look forward to welcoming you on board and thank you for your continued support.

SECURE YOUR HOLIDAY BOOKINGLOW DEPOSITJUST £25PER PERSON

Best wishes, The Alfa Team.

SAFE SOCIAL DISTANCING AND COVID SAFE PROCEDURESWorking with industry bodies and government advisors we will be publishing our plans for safe social distancing along with our Covid safeguarding procedures to ensure that we protect our customers and employee owners. However, as the situation is rapidly evolving on a daily basis, we will be updating on our website and via Facebook to make sure that we are following the most up to date guidance. Please be assured that our customers and employee owners are part of the Alfa Leisureplex family and their safety will always be our number one priority.

PEACE OF MINDAnd don’t forget for peace of mind, all our coach and self drive holidays are financially secure as we are fully bonded tour operator members of the Association of British Travel Agents, so you can be sure that all payments made to us in advance of your holiday are fully protected.

THE ALFA TRAVEL COMMUNITYIt has been great to see so many of you keeping in touch via our Alfa Travel Community Group on Facebook. If you're a member of the group then you may well recognise the name Wally Hoskisson. We would like to extend our thanks to Wally for helping us to design the front cover of this brochure.

ALFA PEACE OF MIND COVID GUARANTEEWith Alfa you can book your holiday with confidence, safe in the knowledge that if you have to cancel your holiday due to having to self isolate with Covid-19 symptoms or you are contacted by ‘Track and Trace’ and advised to self isolate, you can move your holiday departure date free of charge to another date in the future $.

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FREE DRINKS ON SPRING HOLIDAYSHave a drink on us! Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine, beer or a soft drink with dinner every evening on Spring 2021 tours up until the end of April 2021 (at Leisureplex Hotels only).

FREE LUNCHES ON RESORT DAYSRelax and enjoy a free lunch on non-excursion days at our Leisureplex Hotels on tours departing in October 2020 and Spring 2021 up until the end of April 2021. 5 day breaks include lunch on one free day whilst 7 day breaks include lunch on all free days in resort.

AUTUMN & SPRING SINGLE SAVER*No single supplements at Leisureplex Hotels on holidays departing in October 2020 and Spring holidays up until the end of April 2021.

SCOTTISH SINGLE SAVER*No single supplements at Dunoon or Fort William regardless of when you book your holiday. Double rooms used as singles charged only the standard single supplement.

DOUBLE AS SINGLE OFFER*+Double rooms used as singles are charged only a standard single supplement at Leisureplex Hotels on all departures in October to December and Spring departures up until the end of April 2021.

AUTUMN & SPRING OFFERS

HALF PRICE BAR~AT BLACKPOOL, DUNOON, FORT WILLIAM, ILFRACOMBE, NEWQUAY,PORTHCAWL AND SANDOWNTake advantage of the nightly half price bar. Available on Spring 2021 holidays from 7pm-11pm up until the end of April 2021. HALF PRICE BAR promotion is valid on selected drinks.

SECURE YOUR HOLIDAY BOOKINGLOW DEPOSITJUST £25

LOCAL PICK-UP POINTS FOR BURTONWOOD SERVICESCHESHIRE: Chester, Congleton, Crewe, Ellesmere Port, Frodsham, Helsby, Knutsford, Macclesfield, Middlewich, Nantwich, Neston, Northwich, Runcorn, Sandbach, Warrington, Widnes, Winsford

FLINTSHIRE: Abergele, Buckley, Colwyn Bay, Flint, Mold, Old Colwyn, Prestatyn, Queensferry, Rhyl, Shotton, Wrexham

CUMBRIA: Barrow-in-Furness, Dalton-in-Furness, Kendal, Ulverston

GREATER MANCHESTER: Altrincham, Ashton-in-Makerfield, Ashton-under-Lyne, Atherton, Bolton, Bury, Cheadle, Denton,Droylsden, Eccles, Failsworth, Farnworth, Glossop, Heywood, Hyde, Leigh, Manchester, Middleton, Oldham, Prestwich, Ramsbottom, Rochdale, Royton, Sale, Salford, Stalybridge, Standish, Stockport, Stretford, Swinton, Urmston, Walkden, Wigan, Wythenshawe

GWYNEDD: Llandudno

LANCASHIRE: Accrington, Bacup, Bamber Bridge, Bispham, Blackburn, Blackpool, Bolton-le-Sands, Burnley, Carnforth, Chorley, Cleveleys, Clitheroe, Colne, Darwen, Fleetwood, Freckleton, Garstang, Lancaster, Leyland, Lytham, Morecambe, Nelson, Ormskirk, Poulton-Le-Fylde, Preston, Rawtenstall, St Annes

MERSEYSIDE: Ainsdale, Allerton, Birkenhead, Bromborough, Crosby, Formby, Heswall, Hunts Cross, Huyton, Kirkby, Litherland, Liverpool, Maghull, Moreton, Newton-Le-Willows, Old Swan, Prescot, Southport, St Helens, Wallasey, Walton, West Kirkby

SHROPSHIRE: Whitchurch

STAFFORDSHIRE: Burslem, Hanley, Kidsgrove, Longton, Meir, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Tunstall, Stoke-on-Trent

YORKSHIRE: Bingley, Bradford, Brighouse, Halifax, Huddersfield, Keighley, Shipley, Skipton, Todmorden

WHAT ALFA INCLUDES• Accommodation, dinner & breakfast• Entertainment most evenings• All rooms with en-suite bath or shower• Excursions included **• Return coach travel• Hotels ideally situated in resort• NO CHARGE for local pick up points or seat

reservations (including front seats)• Options to join your tour coach directly at one of

our interchanges

Terms and conditions: Low deposit £25 is per person. Applies to coach and self drive holidays departing before 31/12/2021 when you book by 31/10/2020. Offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers. Applies to NEW bookings only and is subject to withdrawal at any time. ~Half Price Bar offer applies at selected hotels above from 7pm - 11pm on selected drinks. *Offer excludes Christmas and New Year tours and tours that have a non-Leisureplex overnight hotel. Book early to secure your room as offers are subject to availability. +Double for sole is subject to availability and is authorised by the Alfa reservations team whose decision is final. ** Excursions may be subject to change at short notice due to the Covid pandemic. $Valid on all existing and new bookings. Evidence will be required to prove that you are self isolating in conjunction with Covid-19. You are entitled to transfer your holiday free of charge under our guarantee to an alternative date (please be aware any increase in the holiday price will be applicable), if you choose to cancel your holiday you will be charged the appropriate cancellation fees in line with our booking terms and conditions.

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4 Day Easter Breaks

Departs Friday 2 April - Returns Monday 5 April 2021Departs Friday 2 April - Returns Monday 5 April 2021

Resort & Hotel Code Half Day Excursions Included Price

Great Yarmouth, New Beach Hotel 4260 Cromer, Aldeburgh £189

Blackpool, Queens Hotel 4305 Lytham St Annes, Fleetwood £184

Southport, Best Western Royal Clifton Hotel* 4312+ Liverpool £224

Llandudno, Hydro Hotel 4350 Conwy, Betwys-y-Coed £209

Llandrindod Wells, Commodore Hotel* 4372** Hay on Wye, Brecon £189

Criccieth, George IV Hotel 4365 Caernarfon, Trawsfynydd, Barmouth & Porthmadog £194

Porthcawl, Seabank Hotel 4385 Swansea, Barry Island £204

Dunoon, Selborne Hotel 4410 Inveraray, Tighnabruaich £194

Fort William, Croit Anna Hotel 4430 Glencoe, Fort Augustus £194

Super Saver, Our Choice SS4NW 2 Excursions of Our Choice £169

Supplements per person: Room with a view £16. No Single Supplements at Leisureplex Hotels. **Single Supplement £35.+Single Supplement £25. *Denotes a non Leisureplex Hotel

EASTER BREAKSMake your Easter one to remember with our fantastic 3 night breaks departing on Good Friday, 2nd April 2021 and returning on Easter Monday, 5th April 2021.

Easter is the perfect time to escape to one of our lovely seaside resorts. Plus, don’t forget there are lots of little extras that Alfa includes on our holidays that make them great value for money!

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ALFA INCLUDES:• 3 nights dinner, room & breakfast• En suite rooms• Entertainment on at least one evening

at Leisureplex Hotels• Return coach travel from local pick up

points• 2 half day excursions (Except for tour

4312 which includes one full day)• No single supplements at Leisureplex

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GROUP HOLIDAYS

At Alfa Travel we understand that all of our Groups are unique. From Coach to Self Drive breaks, we pride ourselves on offering fantastic holidays to suit any Group. We have a range of great Spring holidays including Cabaret weekends and Themed breaks as well as a Fun-Filled Festive season to entertain your Group all year round. Alternatively, if you have a specific programme in mind, we can also tailor make your holiday for you.

UP TO 4 FREE PLACESREASONS TO BOOK A GROUP HOLIDAY WITH

ALFA TRAVEL:• A fantastic range of value for money holidays • Special joining arrangements - one pick up of your choice for every ten passengers

booked• Direct return travel - so you don’t have to travel via the interchange• FREE PLACE DISCOUNTS on the 21st, 31st, 41st and 48th passenger travelling • Tailored itineraries to suit your requirements• Exclusive sole use of each coach for 30* passengers or more *T&C’s apply • Extensive collection of accommodation from our Leisureplex Hotel Group PLUS

an array of carefully selected partner hotels

ALL TYPES OF GROUPS CATERED FOR

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Exmouth

Overlooking Lyme Bay and the River Exe, with views to Haldon Hills and Dawlish Warren, Exmouth boasts immaculate sands, picturesque gardens, a bustling marina, and Georgian heritage.

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Weston-super-Mare

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Justifiably Somerset’s best known holiday resort. The sheltered bay and sandy beaches are ideal for a quiet walk and there is a choice of several boat trips.

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STEAMSHIPS & STEAM TRAINSTour 5103 - 5 Days

Alfa Includes• 4 nights dinner, room & breakfast• 2 full day excursions

Excursions included Brunel’s SS Great Britain & BristolIn the morning we visit the stately grandeur of the only surviving 19th century iron-hulled steam ship, the Brunel’s ss Great Britain (entrance included in the tour cost), before exploring the fascinating docks and the rest of this ancient maritime city. The West Somerset Railway & MineheadWe travel to Bishops Lydeard to catch our own slice of the Golden Age of Steam, chugging through miles of sylvan scenery and restored period stations to Minehead (rail fare included in the tour cost) where we spend a relaxing afternoon exploring the beach and peaceful old town.

BATH, BRISTOL & CHEDDAR GORGE - Tour 102 - 7 Days


Excursions included BathAlready a spa resort in Roman times, Bath became the height of fashion during the eighteenth century and has many fine Georgian buildings. The Pump Room is well worth a visit and there are several museums, including the world's largest costume museum. There is also a fine medieval abbey. Cheddar Gorge & WellsRefer to tour 5100 description opposite. BristolA visit to the ancient maritime city of Bristol, with its world-famous suspension bridge, fascinating docks and eclectic array of architecture.

CHEDDAR, BATH & WELLSTour 5100 - 5 Days


Excursions included BathRefer to tour 102 description opposite. Cheddar Gorge and WellsThrough spectacular Cheddar Gorge, which has the highest inland cliffs in the country, to England's smallest city, Wells, with its glorious cathedral.

WESTON-SUPER-MARE WEEKEND - Tour 4100W - 4 Days

Alfa Includes• 3 nights dinner, room & breakfast• 2 half day excursions

Excursions included Cheddar Gorge & WellsThrough spectacular Cheddar Gorge, which has the highest inland cliffs in the country, to England's smallest city, Wells, with its glorious cathedral. BristolA visit to the ancient maritime city of Bristol, with its world-famous suspension bridge that spans the picturesque Avon Gorge, fascinating docks and eclectic array of architecture.

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Mon - Fri Wed - SunOct 26 £204 Apr 14, 21 £209

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Oct 11 £299 Mar 7 £239Apr 11 £284

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DELIGHTFUL DEVONTour 5155 - 5 Days


Excursions included Sidmouth & SeatonRefer to tour 157 description opposite. Teignmouth & DawlishThe relaxing resort of Dawlish before continuing to Teignmouth, a fascinating ancient port.

EXQUISITE EXMOUTHTour 157 - 7 Days

Alfa Includes• 6 nights dinner, room & breakfast• 2 full & 1 half day excursions

Excursions included Sidmouth & SeatonSidmouth is a famously select resort which was regularly visited by Princess Victoria before she became Queen. Seaton is a charming resort with a delightful tramway. Torquay & DartmoorHeading West, we skirt the southern edge of Dartmoor to Buckfastleigh, before turning South to Devon's largest resort, Torquay. Exeter Exeter is a city full of history - visit the famous cathedral or the nearby Ship Inn.

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Newquay

Newquay is Britain’s surfing capital and Cornwall’s premier holiday resort boasting some of the finest coastline in Europe with no fewer than 11 sandy beaches!

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Nestled around a harbour as old and as beautiful as any in Britain, scenic Ilfracombe boasts delightful gardens, splendid coastal walks and the famous Tunnel beaches.

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Oct 19, 26 £189 Apr 7 £189– – Apr 14 £199

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Oct 11 £279 Mar 14 £224Mar 21 £234Apr 11 £249


CORNISH GARDENSTour 5131 - 5 Days


Excursions included Eden ProjectToday’s excursion takes us to the South coast of Cornwall and one of the wonders of the modern world - the magnificent Eden Project. With its fantastic architecture and amazing collection of plants from around the world, it is an experience never to be forgotten (entrance included in the tour cost). Mevagissey & HeliganMevagissey is still a working fishing port with a lively harbour and many interesting pubs. A short journey takes us to the Lost Gardens of Heligan. Extending to some 80 acres, this is the site of the largest garden restoration in Europe (entrance included in the tour cost).

CORNISH COAST & EDENTour 132 - 7 Days


Excursions included Eden ProjectRefer to tour 5131 description opposite. St. IvesToday we travel South along Cornwall's northern coast to St. Ives, one of Britain's most picturesque towns. The narrow winding streets mean the coach is unable to take us into the heart of this delightful town, but a regular and inexpensive shuttle service runs the short distance from the coach park into the town centre. PadstowPadstow is a charming fishing village on the Camel Estuary, made famous by the celebrity chef Rick Stein.

NEWQUAY & FLAMBARDS Tour 5133 - 5 Days


Excursions included Lizard Point & FlambardsToday’s excursion takes us to the most Southerly point on the British mainland. Lizard Point offers spectacular views along the Cornish coast and atop the cliffs is a lighthouse, coastwatch station and lifeboat house, protecting sailors from the treacherous rocks. The remote location also houses Europe's largest helicopter base, a wind farm and a satellite transmission station! We then head inland to Flambards a unique and varied visitor attraction near the village of Helston. The award winning exhibitions include a unique Victorian Village. Padstow & BodminRefer to tour 5132 description opposite.

NEWQUAYTour 5132 - 5 Days


Excursions included Eden ProjectRefer to tour 5131 description opposite. Padstow & BodminWe travel North to Padstow, a charming fishing village on the Camel Estuary noted as a sailing dinghy centre and Cornwall’s capital of seafood cuisine, made famous by the celebrity chef Rick Stein. We then head inland to historic Bodmin, formerly Cornwall’s county town, which features several museums, the largest parish church in Cornwall and quirky independent shops.

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DEVON COAST DELIGHTSTour 113 - 7 Days


Excursions included Barnstaple & WoolacombeBarnstaple is an ancient market town lying on the River Taw. It has many shops and a number of interesting buildings including the parish church and St. Anne's Chapel Museum. Bideford & Hartland AbbeyA visit to the relaxing town of Bideford and then to Hartland Abbey with its beautiful gardens (entrance to house and gardens included in tour cost). Lynton, Lynmouth & DunsterLynton and Lynmouth are spectacularly situated on the northern edge of the Exmoor National Park. Dunster is a fascinating historic village with a Norman Castle.

ILFRACOMBETour 112 - 7 Days


Excursions included Barnstaple & BidefordA visit to the ancient market town of Barnstaple and then onto the relaxing town of Bideford. Dunster & MineheadDunster is a fascinating historic village with a Norman Castle. We then continue to Minehead, which is now a popular holiday centre but was once an important port, retaining many historic features from that era. Great TorringtonToday we visit Great Torrington, home of the famous Dartington glass works.


Oct 14 £189 Feb 22 £169Mar 1 £169

Mar 29 £184Mon - Fri

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ILFRACOMBETour 5110 - 5 Days


Excursions included Barnstaple & BidefordA visit to the ancient market town of Barnstaple and then onto the relaxing town of Bideford. Minehead, Lynton & LynmouthLynton and Lynmouth are spectacularly situated on the northern edge of the Exmoor National Park. We then continue to Minehead, which is now a popular holiday centre but was once an important port, retaining many historic features from that era.

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Torquay

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Oct 14 £194 Feb 22 £159– – Mar 15, 22 £179


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TORQUAYTour 5154 - 5 Days


Excursions included Plymouth & Buckfast AbbeyRefer to tour 154 description opposite. Sidmouth & ExmouthToday we visit East Devon and the elegant resorts of Exmouth and Sidmouth, travelling through Teignmouth and Dawlish. These South Devon towns have been seaside resorts for two centuries. Their Georgian villas are steeped in regency history and serve as a picturesque backdrop to these pretty coastal towns.

DEVON & CORNWALLTour 5152 - 5 Days


Excursions included Looe & PolperroWe travel over the River Tamar into Cornwall and visit these picture perfect Cornish villages with their intricate maze of narrow little streets lined with charming Cornish cottages. Sidmouth & ExmouthRefer to tour 5154 description opposite.

THE BEST OF DEVON Tour 154 - 7 Days


Excursions included Plymouth & Buckfast AbbeyThis historic naval city has a breathtaking harbour and a wealth of attractions including the National Marine Aquarium, the delightful Hoe, the Promenade along Plymouth Sound and some excellent shopping. We return via Buckfast Abbey, famous for its tonic wine. Sidmouth & ExmouthRefer to tour 5154 description opposite. SalcombeThe beautiful coastal town of Salcombe sits on the banks of the Salcombe Estuary making it one of the prettiest towns in South Devon.


Oct 7, 14 £199 Feb 8 £154– – Feb 15, 22 £159– – Mar 1 £164– – Mar 8 £174– – Mar 15 £179Mon - Fri

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Oct 11 £294 Mar 7 £239Oct 18 £289 Mar 21 £254

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TORQUAYTour 5151 - 5 Days


Excursions included Teignmouth & ExeterRefer to tour 5150 description opposite. Plymouth & Buckfast AbbeyPlymouth is a historic naval city which has a breathtaking harbour and a wealth of attractions. We return via Buckfast Abbey, famous for its tonic wine.

THREE RIVERS & A RIVIERATour 5150 - 5 Days


Excursions included DartmouthWe visit Dartmouth, a picturesque river town near the estuary of the Dart, home of the Royal Naval College. Passengers may choose to take a sail on the river upstream towards Totnes (cost not included in tour price). We then return to Torquay via Paignton. Teignmouth & ExeterWe travel through Teignmouth and Dawlish, then along the estuary of the River Exe to Exeter. Exeter is a city full of history - visit the famous cathedral or the Ship Inn which Drake used to frequent.

DEVONIAN DELIGHTSTour 152 - 7 Days


Excursions included Plymouth & Buckfast AbbeyRefer to tour 5151 description opposite. Teignmouth & ExeterRefer to tour 5150 description opposite. BrixhamMorning excursion to the pretty fishing town of Brixham at the southern end of Torbay.

Torquay is famed for its palm trees and the expansive blue waters of Torbay. Attractions include the zoo, model village, steam railway and of course the sandy beaches and lively harbour.

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The English Riviera has a mild climate, sparkling blue waters and beautiful public gardens with subtropical plants and palm trees. Torquay boasts a bustling harbour and excellent shops!

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Shanklin

Boasting a long, safe sandy beach and spectacular cliffs, Shanklin’s resort area blends into the picturesque thatched cottages of the Old Town and the Shanklin Chine nature trail.

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Sandown

Sheltered in a beautiful bay with long stretches of golden sandy beach and pier, Sandown boasts many attractions including a zoo housed in an old fort and a dinosaur museum.

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DELIGHTS OF THE ISLETour 200 - 8 Days


Excursions included Isle of Wight Steam Railway & CowesWe travel towards Ryde where we take a journey back in time on board a train pulled by a restored locomotive at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway (rail fare included in the tour cost). We return via Britain’s yachting capital, Cowes. Newport & RydeWe journey inland to Newport with its range of historic attractions and independent shops. We continue to Ryde which offers many shops and a magnificent pier with outstanding views across the busy Solent. GodshillRefer to tour 202 description opposite.

SHANKLINTour 202 - 7 Days


Excursions included Isle of Wight Steam Railway & CowesRefer to tour 200 description opposite. Newport & RydeRefer to tour 200 description opposite. GodshillToday we visit Godshill, a picturesque village well known for its 15th Century church, thatched cottages and local produce.


Oct 7 £204 Mar 1 £164– – Mar 8 £179– – Apr 12 £204

Wed - Sun– – Apr 7 £204– – Apr 21 £229


SEASIDE TOWNS & THE NEEDLES - Tour 5200 - 5 Days


Excursions included Alum Bay & GodshillWe travel via Blackgang on our way to Alum Bay, famous for its coloured sands. Returning via Newport and the picturesque village of Godshill. Ryde & CowesToday we visit Ryde which has the oldest pleasure pier in Britain, built during the Napoleonic wars, and Cowes, famous throughout the world as a yachting centre.

RAILWAY LINES & VINESTour 5203 - 5 Days


Excursions included Isle of Wight Steam Railway & GodshillWe travel towards Ryde where we take a journey back in time on board a train pulled by a restored locomotive at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway (rail fare included in the tour cost). We return via the picturesque village of Godshill. Rosemary Vineyard & RydeWe travel along the eastern coast and have a fascinating vineyard visit (included in the tour cost) before continuing to Ryde which offers many shops and a magnificent pier with outstanding views across the busy Solent.

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DIVERSE LANDSCAPES & A ROYAL RESIDENCE - Tour 5197 - 5 Days


Excursions included Alum Bay & GodshillWe journey across the island to Alum Bay, famous for its coloured sands and close to the magnificent chalk Needles. We return through the centre of the island via pretty Godshill. Whippingham Church & Osborne HouseWe journey to the North of the island to see the famous Whippingham Chuch of St Mildred, designed for Victoria and Albert. We continue to Queen Victoria’s spectacular hideaway, Osborne House, where she died in 1901 (entrance included in the tour cost).

2020 2021Mon - Fri Mon - Fri

Oct 12 £194 Mar 15 £189– – Mar 22 £194– – Mar 29 £199Wed - Sun Wed - Sun

Oct 14 £189 Apr 7, 14 £209– – Apr 21 £214


SANDOWNTour 5195 - 5 Days


Excursions included Alum Bay & CowesWe journey across the island to Alum Bay, famous for its coloured sands and close to the magnificent chalk Needles. We return via Britain's yachting capital, Cowes. NewportToday we visit Newport, the county town. The quay on the River Medina is always a source of interest.


Oct 18 £279 Mar 7 £229– – Apr 4 £249– – Apr 11 £269– – Apr 25 £289


HIGHLIGHTS OF THE ISLETour 196 - 7 Days


Excursions included Alum Bay & CowesRefer to tour 5195 description opposite. Newport & GodshillToday we visit Newport, the county town, returning via the picturesque village of Godshill. RydeRyde offers many shops and a magnificent pier with outstanding views across the busy Solent.

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Oct 4 £304 Mar 14 £254Oct 11 £294 Apr 4 £274

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SOUTH DOWNS SPLENDOURTour 5205 - 5 Days


Excursions included Chichester & ArundelChichester, an ancient town famous for its arts festival. Arundel's castle and cathedral dominate the countryside and the charming town is delightful. Portsmouth & SouthseaHistoric naval town of Portsmouth with its harbour, Southsea has a stunning pier and promenade.

SPLENDID SUSSEXTour 207 - 7 Days


Excursions included Chichester & LittlehamptonWe visit the historic city of Chichester before returning via Littlehampton, a beautiful seaside town. Portsmouth & SouthseaRefer to tour 5205 description opposite. Worthing & AmberleyWe visit Worthing, where Oscar Wilde wrote The Importance of Being Earnest in the 1890s. We then visit the Amberley Museum & Heritage Centre (entrance included in the tour cost).

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Bognor Regis

Exmouth 5 DAYSFROM

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Bournemouth

A fashionable resort since the reign of George III, Bognor Regis boasts a long flat promenade, a pier, and a delightful park with extensive leisure facilities.

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Not just a resort but a “city by the sea”! Bournemouth boasts a huge range of shops, entertainments and amenities as well as fine public parks and gardens.

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Oct 4, 18 £269 Mar 7 £239Apr 11 £269

BOURNEMOUTHTour 172 - 7 Days


Excursions included Salisbury & ShaftesburySalisbury's history dates back to the nearby Iron Age fort, but it is best known for having the tallest cathedral spire in England along with a superbly well preserved medieval town plan with many wooden buildings. We then journey past the ancient and mystical Stonehenge on our way to Shaftesbury, a famously picturesque village. Weymouth & PortlandRefer to tour 173 description opposite. LyndhurstKnown as the capital of the New Forest, Lyndhurst has been visited by many kings and queens staying at the Royal Manor. William the Conqueror established the New Forest as a royal hunting ground in 1079.


Oct 14 £189 Feb 1 £154– – Feb 15, 22 £159– – Mar 15 £184– – Mar 29 £189Mon - Fri Wed - Sun

Oct 26 £189 Apr 7 £189– – Apr21 £204

BOURNEMOUTHTour 5170 - 5 Days


Excursions included Lyndhurst & SalisburyLyndhurst is the capital of the New Forest, an area of beautiful unspoilt countryside. Salisbury is famous for its spectacular cathedral which has the tallest spire in England. The well preserved medieval town is a delight and the Cathedral library houses an original of the Magna Carta. Weymouth & PortlandRefer to tour 173 description opposite.

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Apr 25 £299 – –

BOURNEMOUTH & SALISBURYTour 173 - 7 Days


Excursions included Lyndhurst & BeaulieuA day in the New Forest, an area of beautiful unspoilt countryside, much of it woodland, with its famous wild ponies. Beaulieu is a fantastic day out for everyone, with Palace House, Abbey, National Motor Museum and Gardens which stretch down to the river’s edge (entrance included in the tour cost). Salisbury & ShaftesburyRefer to tour 172 description opposite. Weymouth & PortlandWeymouth boasts splendid beaches, a busy harbour and many narrow shopping streets as well as a Tudor fort and a nature reserve. The view of Chesil Beach from Portland is quite remarkable.

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Eastbourne

Sheltered by Beachy Head and the South Downs, Eastbourne has an excellent sunshine record. The world-famous Carpet Gardens line the seafront behind clean inviting beaches.

QUEENS HOTEL | Eastbourne

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Great Yarmouth

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Oct 4 £304 Mar 7 £239Oct 11 £289 Mar 14 £249

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Oct 7 £209 Feb 1, 8 £159– – Feb 15, 22 £164– – Mar 1 £169– – Mar 8 £179– – Mar 15 £189– – Mar 22, 29 £199Mon - Fri Wed - Sun

Oct 19, 26 £204 Apr 14 £209Supplements per Person

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EXCITING EASTBOURNE Tour 216 - 8 Days


Excursions included Battle & Carr-Taylor VineyardRefer to tour 217 description opposite. Rye & HastingsToday Rye is best known for its Thursday market but historically it was one of the Cinque Ports and home for many years to the novelist Henry James. We then visit Hastings, which has undergone extensive regeneration in recent years, and features a new £15m pier, several museums and galleries, a cliff railway, and delightful shops in the Old Town. BrightonRefer to tour 5215 description opposite.

EASTBOURNETour 217 - 7 Days


Excursions included Battle & Carr-Taylor VineyardToday we visit Battle, the site of William the Conqueror's Victory over Harold. Next is a visit to Carr-Taylor Vineyard, where we receive a tour of the vines and the winery (included in tour cost). Rye & HastingsRefer to tour 216 description opposite. BrightonRefer to tour 5215 description opposite.

EASTBOURNE Tour 5215 - 5 Days


Excursions included Rye & HastingsRefer to tour 216 description opposite. BrightonWe travel to Brighton, famous for the exotic iron-domed Pavilion built by the Prince Regent and the enticing series of byways, known as The Lanes.

POETS & PRIORSTour 5218 - 5 Days


Excursions included Kipling's Bateman'sPreserved as it was decorated and furnished at the time to Kipling's death in 1936, this relatively modest Jacobean mansion and its surroundings inspired many works of poetry and prose (included in tour cost). Bexhill, a Manor House in the Old Town, an abundance of Edwardian and Vitorian architecture, and the famous Dela Warr Pavilion Michelham PrioryDating back 800 years, converted Tudor manor served as a WW2 evacuation centre. It has a moat feeding a restored water mill which makes for fascinating day out (included in tour cost)

2021Sun - Sat

Apr 4 £249 Apr 11 £259Apr 18 £269 Apr 25 £274


NORFOLK DELIGHTSTour 262 - 7 Days


Excursions included Cromer & WroxhamWe travel to Cromer via Caister and North Walsham. We return via Aylsham to Wroxham to enjoy the tranquility and beautiful scenery of the broads. NorwichRefer to tour 5261 description opposite. AldeburghOnce a major Tudor port whose shipwrights built Drake’s Golden Hind, today Aldeburgh is a picturesque town with many interesting buildings such as the moot hall, windmill and Martello Tower.


Oct 7 £189 Feb 22 £164Oct 14 £179 Mar 8 £174

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GREAT YARMOUTHTour 5260 - 5 Days


Excursions included Cromer & SheringhamCromer is full of character with its narrow twisting streets in the town centre. Along the coast lies the seaside town of Sheringham with its rural craft centre. NorwichRefer to tour 5261 description opposite.

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GREAT YARMOUTH & THE BROADS - Tour 5261 - 5 Days


Excursions included Cromer & the BroadsWe travel to Cromer via Caister and North Walsham. We return through Aylsham to Wroxham where we take a short trip on the Norfolk Broads to relax and enjoy the tranquillity and beautiful scenery (boat fare included in the tour cost). NorwichNorwich is one of Britain's most attractive cities, a fine town with an irregular medieval street plan and many notable buildings of all periods including a Norman Castle and imposing cathedral.

East Anglia's top seaside venue caters for many tastes with its huge range of entertainments, plus sports and recreational amenities, as well as a long sandy beach that stretches for miles.

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Cromer

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CROMERTour 267 - 7 Days


Excursions included Great YarmouthGreat Yarmouth is East Anglia's top seaside venue, whose long sandy beach stretches for miles. NorwichNorfolk's county town is still based on a medieval street plan and has many delightful buildings and alleyways. SheringhamThe seaside town of Sheringham lies along the coast from Cromer and is home to a rural craft centre.

CROMERTour 5265 - 5 Days


Excursions included Sheringham & NorwichSheringham lies along the coast from Cromer and is home to a rural craft centre. Norwich is based on a medieval street plan and is home to a splendid cathedral. Great Yarmouth & Wroxham Great Yarmouth is East Anglia's top seaside venue, whose long sandy beach stretches for miles. In Wroxham we enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Broads.

Full of character, with narrow twisting streets and a splendidly preserved pier, Cromer boasts a lively seafront promenade and colourful gardens behind the sandy beach.

HOTEL DE PARIS | Cromer

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Blackpool

Few resorts anywhere in the world can rival the popularity of Blackpool. With miles of golden sands, the famous Tower, three piers and an array of amusements it is Britain’s capital of fun.

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Oct 4 £324 Apr 11 £249Oct 18 £299 Apr 25 £259



Oct 7, 14 £229 Feb 1, 8 £154– – Feb 15 £159– – Feb 22 £164– – Mar 1, 8, 15 £164– – Mar 22, 29 £174– – Apr 5 £174– – Apr 12, 19 £184– – Apr 26 £199Mon - Fri Wed - Sun


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BLACKPOOL & WINDERMERETour 307 - 7 Days


Excursions included Windermere boat trip & GrasmereToday we take a boat trip on England’s largest lake, Windermere (included in tour cost). We continue via Ambleside to Grasmere. Ribble Valley & SkiptonA delightful scenic drive through some of the loveliest country in the North, visiting Clitheroe in the Ribble Valley, the railway town of Settle, and historic Skipton. SouthportThe Victorian seaside town of Southport is home to the elegant Lord Street. There are several lovely parks and its shops are outstanding.

BRITAIN'S CAPITAL OF FUNTour 5305 - 5 Days


Excursions included Southport - See tour 307 description opposite. Ribble Valley & Oswaldtwistle Mills(Guided tour of Ribble Valley included in tour cost).

2021Wed - Sun


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Feb 12 £109 Feb 26 £124Mar 12 £129 Mar 26 £134


BLACKPOOL, LUNE VALLEY & THE LAKES - Tour 5306 - 5 Days


Excursions included Lancaster Canal boat tripLancaster is renowned for its Georgian architecture and boasts an impressive Castle. Explore its colourful history and tales of witches, or perhaps simply stroll through the pedestrianised city centre, bustling with small boutiques and cafes. We then discover Lancashire from a different angle, with a cruise on the Lancaster Canal (included in the tour cost). Windermere boat trip & GrasmereRefer to tour 307 description opposite.

BLACKPOOL WEEKENDTour 4305W - 4 Days


Excursions included Lytham St. AnnesThe twin resorts of Lytham and St Annes provide a contrast to nearby Blackpool with their peaceful parks and gardens and half-timbered houses. There are excellent shops, an attractive promenade and of course, some of the best golf courses in England. FleetwoodFleetwood is a beautiful Victorian seaside resort boasting a stunning promenade, a beautiful yacht marina and the famous Fleetwood market.

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Scarborough

Arguably the oldest seaside resort in Britain, Scarborough boasts an impressive medieval castle, a busy harbour, two expansive beaches, as well as attractive parks and gardens.

CUMBERLAND HOTEL | Scarborough

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With its historic old town, long promenade, sandy beach and cliff top walk, Bridlington is a delightful resort. The refurbished Spa entertainment centre has a free-to-enter art gallery hosting a variety of exhibitions.

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Oct 14 £204 Feb 1, 8 £159– – Feb 15, 22 £164– – Mar 1 £174– – Mar 15, 22 £194– – Apr 5 £199Mon - Fri Wed - Sun


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MINSTERS & MOORSTour 277 - 7 Days


Excursions included Bridlington & BeverleyRefer to tour 5276 description opposite. North York Moors & WhitbyRefer to tour 5275 description opposite. YorkOne of the world’s great tourism cities with its wealth of places to visit including the Roman walls, the famous Minster, the fascinating Jorvik centre as well as splendid shops! Why not visit the National Railway Museum? (Free entrance)

SCARBOROUGHTour 5275 - 5 Days


Excursions included North York Moors & WhitbyWe travel inland along the southern edge of the North York Moors to Pickering with its magnificent 12th century castle. Then over the moors to Whitby, with a skyline dominated by the remains of the ancient abbey. YorkRefer to tour 277 description opposite.

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Feb 12 £119 Feb 26 £124Mar 12 £139 Mar 26 £144


SCARBOROUGH & WHITBYTour 5276 - 5 Days


Excursions included Bridlington & BeverleyA short journey brings us to Bridlington, a lively seaside resort and fishing port. Further South lies Beverley, a delightful town with many Georgian buildings and the famous 13th century Minster. North York Moors & WhitbyWe travel inland along the southern edge of the North York Moors to Pickering with its magnificent 12th century castle. Then over the moors to Whitby, with a skyline dominated by the remains of the ancient abbey.

SCARBOROUGH WEEKENDTour 4275W - 4 Days


Excursions included BridlingtonWith its sandy beaches, award-winning promenades and historic harbour, Bridlington is a hidden seaside gem awash with traditional entertainment. WhitbyFrom the atmospheric Abbey towering over cobbled streets to the windswept beach and working harbour, Whitby is not your traditional coastal town. Discover ancient vampire legends and sit under the whale bone arch, watching the brightly coloured fishing vessels passing by.

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BRIDLINGTONTour 279 - 7 Days


Excursions included Scarborough & FileyToday we visit Filey, a tranquil resort, with a picturesque bay and flat prom. We then head to Scarborough, said to be the oldest seaside resort in Britain. North York Moors Railway & WhitbyWe enjoy a scenic journey by train from Pickering to Goathland (included in tour cost). We alight in Whitby. Beverley & WithernseaToday we visit Withernsea, a charming seaside town which boasts a sandy beach and flat prom. Later we head inland to historic Beverley which is home to an impressive 13th century Minster.

2021Mon - Fri

Feb 1, 8 £164 Feb 22 £169Mar 8 £184 Mar 22 £189Apr 5 £199 Apr 12 £219

Wed - SunApr 21 £239 – –


EAST COAST ESCAPETour 5279 - 5 Days


Excursions included Scarborough & FileyRefer to tour 279 description opposite. Burton Agnes Hall & BeverleyToday we visit Burton Agnes Hall (included in tour cost) an Elizabethan Manor House filled with treasures collected over the centuries, with its impressive walled gardens and sweeping lawns. Later we head South to historic Beverley which is home to an impressive 13th century Minster.

2021Fri - Mon

Feb 12 £119 Feb 26 £134Mar 12 £139 Mar 26 £149


BRIDLINGTON WEEKENDTour 4279W - 4 Days


Excursions included BeverleyToday we visit Beverley, a delightful town with many Georgian buildings and the famous 13th century Minster. ScarboroughScarborough is a seaside resort, fishing port, notable venue for the arts and home to Roman, Viking and medieval remains - a rich mixture which means there is never a dull moment!

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Llandudno

The ‘Queen of the Welsh resorts’ is situated on its own peninsula between the Great Orme and Little Orme Heads. It boasts two superb beaches and a wealth of attractions.

HYDRO HOTEL | Llandudno

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Oct 11 £289 Mar 21 £249– – Apr 11 £264– – Apr 18 £269


LLANDUDNOTour 352 - 7 Days


Excursions included BeaumarisWe visit the charming town of Beaumaris with its beautiful castle, enticing ice cream and a colourful bay. Caernarfon & Snowdonia Today’s journey takes us to Caernarfon, with its magnificent castle beside the harbour. On the return journey we visit Llanberis at the foot of Snowdon. ConwyA short journey to Conwy with its mighty castle and medieval town walls.


Oct 7 £214 Mar 1 £174Oct 14 £209 Mar 8 £179

Mon - Fri Mar 15 £189Oct 12 £214 Mar 22 £194

Oct 19, 26 £209 Apr 5 £2042021 Mon - Fri Apr 12 £214Feb 1 £154 Wed - SunFeb 8 £159 Apr 7 £204Feb 15 £169 Apr 14 £219Feb 22 £174 Apr 28 £244


LLANDUDNOTour 5350 - 5 Days


Excursions included Betws-y-Coed & ConwyA visit to Betws-y-Coed and the historic town of Conwy. Caernarfon & SnowdoniaRefer to tour 352 description opposite.

2021Mon - Fri Wed - Sun


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Feb 12 £119 Feb 26 £134Mar 12 £139 Mar 26 £149


GREAT LITTLE TRAINS OF WALES - Tour 5352 - 5 Days


Excursions included Ffestiniog RailwayWe travel first to Porthmadog before taking the most famous of the Great Little Trains up to Blaenau Ffestiniog, in the heart of the Welsh slate mining area. Snowdon & Llanberis Lake RailwayLlanberis Lake lies at the foot of Snowdon, the highest mountain in Wales with majestic views. We return via Swallow Falls. Llangollen & Bala Lake RailwayWe head over the lovely Horseshoe Pass to Llangollen in the Dee Valley before turning West to Bala for a trip on the Bala Lake Railway.(Fares on all three rail journeys included in tour cost)

LLANDUDNO WEEKENDTour 4350W - 4 Days


Excursions included ConwyA short journey to Conwy with its mighty castle and medieval town walls. Betwys-y-CoedA delightful journey up the Vale of Conwy takes us to the town of Betws-y-Coed which is a bustling mountain resort at the gateway to Snowdonia.

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Tenby

A uniquely attractive resort, whose pastel coloured buildings, narrow streets, fortified walls and shimmering bays lend Tenby an atmosphere reminiscent of the Mediterranean.

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TIMELESS TENBYTour 382 - 7 Days


Excursions included Pembroke & St DavidsOur tour visits Pembroke, birthplace of Henry VII and site of a prolonged siege by Oliver Cromwell from which the town retains a magnificent castle. St Davids is an attractive village, set amongst beautiful coastal scenery. Narberth & CarmarthenRefer to tour 5380 description opposite. Broad HavenAs the name suggests, Broad Haven’s beach is wide and calm, backed by a long flat promenade and a selection of tea rooms and cafés.


Oct 19 £209 Feb 1, 8 £174– – Mar 1 £179– – Mar 22 £199– – Apr 12 £224– – – –

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KING ARTHUR COUNTRYTour 5380 - 5 Days


Excursions included Pembroke & St DavidsRefer to tour 382 description opposite. Narberth & CarmarthenNarberth boasts an atmospheric castle ruin, quirky shops, and a distinctive former town hall and gaol, which resembles a boathouse. We also have some free time in historic Carmarthen, birthplace of Merlin the Wizard!

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Porthcawl

Set on a beautiful stretch of coast, this attractive seaside resort boasts sandy beaches and rocky cliffs. Porthcawl is handily located between Swansea & Cardiff and offers numerous facilities.

SEABANK HOTEL | Porthcawl

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Oct 4, 11 £289 Mar 21 £249– – Apr 4 £264– – Apr 18 £304


SOUTH WALES CITIES & SEASIDE - Tour 387 - 7 Days


Excursions included TenbyTenby's two superb beaches and photogenic harbour are overlooked by its pastel coloured Georgian and Regency buildings. Cardiff & St Fagans National History MuseumRefer to tour 5386 description opposite. Swansea & Bracelet BaySwansea is a bustling city full of interest including the National Waterfront Museum and the Dylan Thomas Centre. Bracelet Bay, near Mumbles, offers exceptional sea views across the Bristol Channel. 2021

Mon - FriMar 8 £174 Mar 29 £194Apr 12 £204 – –

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GLAMORGAN COASTTour 5385 - 5 Days


Excursions included Glamorgan Coast, Barry & CardiffWe travel via Southerndown and Llantwit Major to the port of Barry and nearby Barry Island, setting for television's “Gavin and Stacey”. We continue to Cardiff for a look around the Welsh capital where we can explore the National Museum, visit the revitalised waterfront at Cardiff Bay, home to the Millenium Centre complex and drink in the atmosphere of this vibrant city. Swansea & Bracelet BayRefer to tour 387 description opposite.

PORTHCAWLTour 5386 - 5 Days


Excursions included Cardiff & St Fagans National History MuseumWe travel the short distance to Cardiff and start the day with a tour of the city (Guide included). We then have free time to look around the Welsh capital. Next we visit St Fagans National History Museum (free entrance) one of Europe’s premier open air museums and the most popular heritage attraction in Wales. Swansea & Braclet BayRefer to tour 387 description opposite.

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Criccieth

On the South side of the Llyn Peninsula, Criccieth has splendid views over Cardigan Bay, surrounded by breathtaking countryside including the awesome mountain scenery of Snowdonia.

GEORGE IV HOTEL | Criccieth

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Oct 14 £204 Apr 5 £2042021 Apr 12 £224

Mon - Fri Wed - SunFeb 22 £169 Apr 14 £229Mar 1 £169 Apr 21 £239


WELSH HIGHLANDS & MEDIEVAL TOWN - Tour 5365 - 5 Days


Excursions included Caernarfon & SnowdoniaWe travel to Caernarfon and return via Llanberis at the foot of Snowdon. Ffestiniog & PorthmadogWe travel East to Bleaneau Ffestiniog in the heart of Snowdonia and return via the coast at Porthmadog.

PORTMEIRION & SNOWDON RAILWAY - Tour 5366 - 5 Days


Excursions included SnowdonThe unique Snowdon Mountain Railway rises to within 66' of the summit of Wales’ highest mountain and provides unforgettable views of some of the finest mountain scenery in the British Isles (rail fare included in tour cost - service stops part way in severe weather). Portmeirion VillageThis unique village is set on its own peninsula on the southern shores of Snowdonia. Its dreamlike Italianate quality made it the setting for the famous TV series The Prisoner (entrance included in tour cost).


Oct 4 £279 Mar 7 £234Supplements per Person

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CRICCIETHTour 367 - 7 Days


Excursions included SnowdonRefer to tour 5366 description opposite. Portmeirion VillageRefer to tour 5366 description opposite. Bala & Betws-y-CoedBeside Llyn (Lake) Tegid, the resort town of Bala has a variety of cafés, an arts centre and a High Street with several independent traditional shops. The wooded village and popular mountain resort of Betws-y-Coed is in a picturesque setting where three rivers meet. There is a quirky station with a railway museum attached and an art gallery (entry fees may apply) as well as numerous craft shops. 2021

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CRICCIETH WEEKENDTour 4365W - 4 Days


Excursions included CaernarfonWe travel to Caernarfon, home to one of the finest castles in Wales and boasting attractive streets and a lively harbour. PorthmadogThe harbour town of Porthmadog has a long history, which is explored in the town's Maritime Museum (entry fee applies). The Ffestiniog Railway, which terminates in Porthmadog once transported slate to the harbour from quarries in Blaenau Ffestiniog.

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Dunoon

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Fort William

Splendidly situated on the western shores of the Firth of Clyde, where Loch Long and Holy Loch join the sea, Dunoon boasts some lovely gardens, two bays, and a flat promenade.

SELBORNE HOTEL | Dunoon

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Oct 4 £274 Mar 14 £224Oct 18 £269 Apr 4 £244

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Oct 5 £194 Mar 8 £174Oct 12 £194 Mar 22 £184Oct 19 £194 Mar 29 £189Oct 26 £194 Apr 5 £189

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DUNOONTour 414 - 7 Days


Excursions included Oban Refer to tour 5411 description opposite. Dumbarton & Loch Lomond Refer to tour 5410 description opposite. Tighnabruaich Today we visit Tighnabruiach, the village at the heart of Argyll's Secret Coast. Boarded by two beautiful stretches of water, the Kyles of Bute and Loch Fyne, it's an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

DUNOONTour 5410 - 5 Days


Excursions included ObanRefer to tour 5411 description opposite. Dumbarton & Loch LomondDumbarton was once the capital of the ancient Kingdom ot Strathclyde. Today one of the towns most popular attractions is the fascinating Denny Tank Museum (entrance fees may apply). We then continue to Loch Lomond which is part of the Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park.

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DUNOON & ISLE OF BUTETour 5411 - 5 Days


Excursions included Isle of ButeWe travel to Colintraive and then via a short ferry crossing to the Isle of Bute. We continue to the island’s capital, Rothesay, one of the Clyde's most famous resorts which also boasts a fine castle. ObanOban is the most popular resort and touring centre in the Western Highlands. Its busy harbour provides the link with the islands of the Inner Hebrides and it also has plenty of shops.

DUNOON, ROTHESAY & GLASGOW - Tour 412 - 7 Days


Excursions included Isle of ButeRefer to tour 5411 description opposite. Glasgow incl Guided TourWe take the ferry across the River Clyde and continue to Glasgow, which has become one of Europe's most dynamic and cultured cities. We have a guided tour of the city (included in the tour cost). Cowal PeninsulaA delightful short tour to explore the area immediately around Dunoon visiting Innellan and toward Kilmun Church and Strone. LochgoilheadA small village at the head of fjord-like Loch Goil

At the southern end of the Great Glen, on the shores of Loch Linnhe, Fort William lies in a picture perfect setting at the foot of Ben Nevis, Britain’s highest mountain.

CROIT ANNA HOTEL | Fort William

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Oct 5 £209 Mar 8 £174Oct 12 £199 Mar 15, 22 £184Oct 19 £199 Mar 29 £194Oct 26 £199 Apr 5 £194

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Wed - Sun– – Apr 7 £199


LOCH NESS & SKYETour 5433 - 5 Days


Excursions included Isle of SkyeRefer to tour 432 description opposite. Loch Ness & InvernessWe travel to the beautiful city of Inverness and we also see magnificent Loch Ness surrounded by the towering Scottish hills - and perhaps catch a glimpse of "Nessie"

2021Sun - Sat

Mar 14, 21 £239 Apr 11 £284Apr 25 £299


ALL ROADS LEAD TO THE ISLESTour 432 - 7 Days


Excursions included Isle of SkyeA scenic journey takes us along Loch Lochy, then past the Five Sisters of Kintail to the much photographed Eilean Donan Castle. We continue to Kyle of Lochalsh and then across to Skye for a short tour of the island. MallaigAlong the famous "Road to the Isles" to Mallaig. Isle of MullWe take the Corran ferry across Loch Linnhe to Ardgour and proceed through this unspoilt peninsula to Lochaline where we board a second ferry to Mull. We have time to explore Tobermory, the capital of Mull.

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Festive Specials - 5 Days 2020

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Resort Hotel Code

Weston-super-Mare Anchor Head 5100X £209 £209 £214 - £214 - £214Ilfracombe Imperial 5110X £199 - £199 £199 £199 - -Newquay Eliot 5132X - £194 - £194 - - -Torquay Regina 5150X - £209 - £209 £209 £209 -Torquay Metropole 5154X - - - £209 - - £209Exmouth Cavendish 5155X £214 £214 £214 £219 £224 £219 £219Bournemouth Devon Towers 5170X £209 - £209 £209 £209 £209 -Isle of Wight Sandown Bayshore 5195X - £204 - £204 £209 - -Isle of Wight Shanklin Shanklin 5200X £214 - - - £214 - -Bognor Regis Royal Norfolk 5205X £214 - £219 £224 £214 - £209Eastbourne Queens 5215X £214 - £214 - £214 £214 £214Great Yarmouth New Beach 5260X £199 - - - - - -Cromer Hotel De Paris 5265X £214 - £214 - £214 - -Skegness Royal* 5272X - £229 - - - £239 -Scarborough Cumberland 5275X £214 £214 £219 £224 £224 - £224Blackpool Queens 5305X £224 £224 £224 £224 £224 £224 -Llandudno Hydro 5350X £224 £224 £224 £229 £229 £229 £229Criccieth George IV 5365X £214 - £224 £224 £224 £214 -Tenby Cliffe Norton 5380X - £214 - - £224 - -Porthcawl Seabank 5385X £209 £209 £214 £214 £214 £214 -Dunoon Selborne 5410X £209 £209 £209 £209 £209 - -Fort William Croit Anna 5433X £194 £194 £194 - - - -Super Saver Our Choice SS5NW £164 £174 £174 £174 £174 £174 £174Supplements per person: Single Room £0. Room with a view £20. *Denotes a non-Leisureplex Hotel. Supplements and festive programme may vary, call for more details.

Twixmas - 4 Days

Departs Sunday 27 Dec - Returns Wednesday 30 DecDeparts Sunday 27 Dec - Returns Wednesday 30 Dec

Resort Hotel Code 20202020Weston-super-Mare Anchor Head WNYSNW £184Torquay Regina TNYSNW £184Exmouth Cavendish EXNYSW £184Great Yarmouth New Beach GYNYSW £184Bognor Regis Royal Norfolk BRNYSW £189Eastbourne Queens ENYSNW £189Bridlington Monarch BDNYSW £199Scarborough Cumberland SCNYSW £189Blackpool Queens BLNYSW £189Llandudno Hydro LNYSNW £189Criccieth George IV CRNYSW £184Porthcawl Seabank PNYSNW £184Dunoon Selborne DNYSNW £184Super Saver Our Choice SS4NW £154

Supplements per person: View £16. Single Room £0.

Christmas 2020 - 5 Days

Departs Wednesday 23 Dec - Returns Sunday 27 DecDeparts Wednesday 23 Dec - Returns Sunday 27 Dec

Resort Hotel Code 20202020Weston-super-Mare Anchor Head WXNW £439Ilfracombe Imperial IXNW £434Torquay Regina TXNW £454Exmouth Cavendish EXXNW £459Bournemouth Devon Towers BXNW £424Bognor Regis Royal Norfolk BRXNW £454Great Yarmouth New Beach GXNW £434Cromer Hotel De Paris CXNW £459Skegness Royal* SKXNW £469Scarborough Cumberland SCXNW £489Blackpool Queens BLXNW £489Llandudno Hydro LXNW £494Criccieth George IV CRXNW £474Porthcawl Seabank PXNW £454Dunoon Selborne DXNW £454Super Saver Our Choice SS5NW £384

Supplements per person: View £20. Single Room £26.

New Year 2020/21 - 4 Days

Departs Wednesday 30 Dec - Returns Saturday 2 Jan 2021Departs Wednesday 30 Dec - Returns Saturday 2 Jan 2021

Resort Hotel Code 20202020Weston-super-Mare Anchor Head WNYNW £344Ilfracombe Imperial INYNW £314Torquay Regina TNYNW £349Exmouth Cavendish EXNYNW £359Bournemouth Devon Towers BNYNW £319Bognor Regis Royal Norfolk BRNYNW £344Eastbourne Queens ENYNW £369Great Yarmouth New Beach GNYNW £329Cromer Hotel De Paris CNYNW £354Skegness Royal* SKNYNW £369Scarborough Cumberland SCNYNW £379Blackpool Queens BLNYNW £384Llandudno Hydro LNYNW £389Criccieth George IV CRNYNW £359Tenby Cliffe Norton TYNYNW £374Porthcawl Seabank PNYNW £349Dunoon Selborne DNYNW £354Super Saver Our Choice SS4NW £284Supplements per person: View £16. Single Room £20.

FESTIVE BREAKSADD SOME SPARKLE TO YOUR FESTIVE SEASON

Get into the festive spirit with Alfa Travel and choose from our selection of pre-Christmas Festive Specials, Christmas breaks and New Year holidays.

We offer great value for money with festive entertainment and menus, guaranteeing you a party season to remember!

• En suite rooms with private bath or shower & WC

• Festive entertainment programme• 2 resort lunches• Festive menus• Return coach travel from local pick up

points listed on page 3

• 4 nights dinner, room & breakfast with 3 resort lunches

• 2 half day excursions

• 4 nights dinner, room & breakfast• 1 half day excursion & 1 full day shopping

excursion

• 3 nights dinner, room & breakfast with 1 resort lunch & 1 resort brunch


• 3 nights dinner, room & breakfast with 1 resort lunch & 1 resort brunch


ALFA INCLUDES:ALL FESTIVE TOURS

CHRISTMAS

FESTIVE SPECIALS

TWIXMAS

NEW YEAR

Festive Specials are free of single supplement charges

Book a Christmas break at Dunoon and get a Twixmas at Dunoon for half price!

SPECIAL OFFERS

FESTIVE SINGLE SAVER

DUNOON FOR HALF PRICE

4 DAYSFROM

£154PER PERSON

16

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2020 2021

2 Night Hotel Breaks Fri-Sun or Sat-Mon2 Night Hotel Breaks Fri-Sun or Sat-MonAug 7 - Sept 25 £84 - £164 Feb 5 - April 30 £79 - £149

Oct 2 - Dec 18 £84 - £134 May 7 - Sept 24 £94 - £169

Dec - 27 £134 - £169 Oct 1 - Dec 17 £94 - £139

Dec - 30 £234 - £334 Dec - 27 £144 - £169

- - Dec - 30 £244 - £339

2020 2021

3 Night Hotel Breaks Fri-Mon3 Night Hotel Breaks Fri-MonAug 7 - Sept 25 £114 - £194 Feb 5 - April 30 £99 - £179

Oct 2 - Dec 18 £114 - £164 May 7 - Sept 24 £119 - £204

Dec - 27 £159 - £199 Oct 1 - Dec 17 £119 - £169

Dec - 30 £284 - £384 Dec - 27 £169 - £199

- - Dec - 30 £289 - £394

2020 2021

4 Night Hotel Breaks Mon-Fri4 Night Hotel Breaks Mon-FriAug 3- Sept 28 £129 - £244 Feb 1 - April 26 £139 - £194

Oct 5 - Dec 14 £119 - £214 May 3 - Sept 27 £154 - £254

Dec - 23 £394 - £464 Oct 4 - Dec 13 £169 - £219

- - Dec - 23 £404 - £469

2020 2021

6 Night Hotel Breaks Sun-Sat6 Night Hotel Breaks Sun-SatAug 2- Sept 27 £224 - £319 Mar 7 - April 25 £119 - £304

Oct 4 - Oct 25 £234 - £284 May 2 - Sept 26 £239 - £339

- - Oct 3 - Oct 24 £239- £289

2020 2021

7 Night Hotel Breaks Sat-Sat or Sun-Sun7 Night Hotel Breaks Sat-Sat or Sun-SunAug 1 Sept 27 £244 - £364 Mar 7 - April 25 £244 - £324

Oct 3- Oct 25 £254 - £309 May 1 - Sept 26 £259 - £374

- - Oct 2- Oct 24 £259- £319

SELF DRIVE HOTEL BREAKSENJOY THE FLEXIBILITY OF YOUR OWN SELF DRIVE HOTEL BREAKOur unbeatable value for money Self Drive Hotel Break packages offer varying locations to choose from as well as a fabulous selection of locations to explore throughout the UK.

You can make your own way to the hotel, explore the resort at your leisure, yet still be reassured you will receive the quality accommodation and premium service that comes with every Alfa holiday.

ALFA INCLUDES:• Choice of 22 Leisureplex hotels plus

carefully selected partner hotels• Choice of 2, 3, 4, 6 or 7 night stays• Dinner, room and full British breakfast• Entertainment most evenings

(Leisureplex hotels only)• Dunoon & Isle of Wight ferry tickets

included in holiday cost*

*Isle of Wight holidays include off peak ferry tickets in the holiday cost. However, a supplement will apply per car for all peak travel dates. Peak travel dates are subject to change, call our reservations team on 01257 248058 for more details.

2 NIGHTSFROM

£79PER PERSON

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Tel 0191 514 55 11

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